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Sukiyaki Western Django star Shum Oguri wields a wicked sword in this martial arts adventure about a young nobleman possessed by the spirit of Rashomon thief Tajomaru. Driven out of his kingdom by scheming conspirators, young lord Naomitsu loses his beloved Ako in a deadly clash with the notorious Tajomaru. Upon defeating Tajomaru, however, Naomitsu inherits the bandit's name and legendary sword, The Cutting Wave. Now, after defeating the villains who destroyed his past, Naomitsu will embark on an exciting new journey as Tajomaru that will lead him straight into the dreaded Pit of Hell. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi